Cost of Living in Huntsville, AL
Population: 218,814 • 2026 Data
$70,778
Median Household Income
-9% vs national
$1,078
Median Monthly Rent
-20% vs national
$263,100
Median Home Value
-22% vs national
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Huntsville
The median home value in Huntsville, AL is $263,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,078, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,046.
Rent-to-income ratio: 18.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Huntsville, AL is $70,778. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, with a labor force of 114,715 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.